Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2021-22 Analysis
ActualsTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Uttar Pradesh FY 2021-22
Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2021-22 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 3.25 lakh crore
+26.0%
Total Expenditure
Rs 3.95 lakh crore
+14.5%
Fiscal Deficit
3.3%
Rs 65,000 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 55,000 crore
+22.2%
Tax Revenue
Rs 1.75 lakh crore
+32.6%
Interest Payments
Rs 45,000 crore
11% of expenditure
Uttar Pradesh Revenue Receipts 2021-22
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Uttar Pradesh Expenditure Breakdown 2021-22
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP â Uttar Pradesh 2021-22
The fiscal deficit for Uttar Pradesh in 2021-22 is 3.3% of GSDP (Rs 65,000 crore), reflecting the state's borrowing needs to fund development programmes.
States are expected to maintain fiscal deficit within 3% of GSDP as per the FRBM Act. Uttar Pradesh is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Interest payments at Rs 45,000 crore consume 11.4% of total expenditure.
Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2021-22 â Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 3.78 lakh crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 3.25 lakh crore | 86.0% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 1.75 lakh crore | 46.3% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 1.5 lakh crore | 39.7% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 3.95 lakh crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 3.4 lakh crore | 86.1% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 55,000 crore | 13.9% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 45,000 crore | 11.4% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 65,000 crore | 3.3% of GSDP |
Source: Uttar Pradesh State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Uttar Pradesh Budget 2021-22 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Uttar Pradesh's total expenditure in 2021-22 reached approximately Rs 5,50,000 crore, the largest state budget in India, as post-COVID fiscal expansion accelerated.
- Revenue receipts recovered to Rs 4,60,000 crore, with GST collections showing strong 28% year-on-year growth reflecting economic normalization.
- The state's own tax revenue crossed Rs 1,25,000 crore for the first time, driven by robust GST, stamp duty, and excise collections.
- The COVID-19 vaccination programme received Rs 3,500 crore as UP administered over 30 crore vaccine doses, the highest among all states.
- Education spending at Rs 65,000 crore included Rs 5,000 crore for digital infrastructure and tablet distribution to students.
- The Purvanchal Expressway was inaugurated by PM Modi in November 2021, completing the 340-km Lucknow-Ghazipur corridor at Rs 22,500 crore.
- Health expenditure surged to Rs 32,000 crore including Rs 6,000 crore for COVID infrastructure â oxygen plants, ICU beds, and testing labs.
- Agriculture allocation of Rs 36,000 crore continued PM-KISAN transfers to 2.7 crore farmers alongside expanded crop insurance coverage.
- The Jewar Airport construction commenced with Rs 5,000 crore first-phase investment for runway and terminal development.
- Ayodhya development received Rs 2,000 crore for airport, roads, and the Ramayana-themed township surrounding the Ram Temple site.
- Rural housing under PMAY achieved 40 lakh completed units cumulatively, with Rs 14,000 crore annual allocation.
- The UP Defence Industrial Corridor attracted Rs 8,000 crore in committed investments across Lucknow, Kanpur, and Jhansi nodes.
- Urban development at Rs 18,000 crore included Agra Metro approval and expansion of Lucknow-Kanpur metro corridors.
- The state administered 22 crore free food grain rations monthly under PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana throughout the year.
- Fiscal deficit stood at 3.5% of GSDP, utilizing the pandemic-era relaxation in FRBM borrowing limits.
Compare Uttar Pradesh Budget â Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2017-18 | 2018-19 | 2019-20 | 2020-21 | 2021-22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | â | â | â | Rs 3.45 lakh crore | Rs 3.95 lakh crore |
| Revenue Receipts | â | â | â | Rs 2.58 lakh crore | Rs 3.25 lakh crore |
| Capital Expenditure | â | â | â | Rs 45,000 crore | Rs 55,000 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | â | â | â | 4.5% | 3.3% |
| Own Tax Revenue | â | â | â | Rs 1.32 lakh crore | Rs 1.75 lakh crore |
Columns showing "â" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2021-22
The Uttar Pradesh state budget is the annual financial plan presented in the state legislature. It covers all revenue receipts, expenditure allocations across departments, and fiscal deficit management. State budgets are critical because states handle key development areas including education, health, agriculture, and infrastructure.
Uttar Pradesh Revenue Sources
State revenue comes from three sources: own tax revenue (state GST, stamp duty, excise, vehicle tax), non-tax revenue (fees, fines, interest), and transfers from the Centre (share of central taxes as per Finance Commission recommendations, plus grants-in-aid for specific schemes).
Fiscal Deficit and State Borrowing
Under the FRBM framework, states target a fiscal deficit of 3% of GSDP. States can borrow from the market via State Development Loans (SDLs), and the central government also provides loans. The RBI manages the borrowing calendar for states to ensure orderly market conditions.
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